WSJ/NBC News Poll: Obama's Approval Rating Hits New Low

Marks Could Be Hurdle for Democrats in November Amid Broad Dissatisfaction

President Barack Obama is struggling to overcome widespread pessimism about the economy and deep frustration with Washington, notching the lowest job-approval ratings of his presidency in a new Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll. Patrick O'Connor discusses. Photo: AP.

By
Patrick O'Connor

March 12, 2014 12:01 am ET

President Barack Obama is struggling to overcome widespread pessimism about the economy and deep frustration with Washington, notching the lowest job-approval ratings of his presidency in a new Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll.

The results suggest Mr. Obama could weigh on fellow Democrats in midterm elections this fall, particularly in the conservative states that will play a large role in deciding whether his party retains its Senate majority.